US Bridges

SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary

Good

Morgan County, Indiana · 00.17 E SR 142 · Structure no. 015843

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,581
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary is a steel culvert carrying SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary in Morgan County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,581 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,319 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 42
CrossesLake Ditch Tributary
Location00.17 E SR 142
RouteState Highway 42
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.52375, -86.64155
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,581 (2021)
Projected traffic3,319 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary carry?

About 1,581 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns SR 42 over Lake Ditch Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.